Commissioning Editor at SCMP and Editor of Sands Style magazine, Lisa Cam enjoys reporting and editing all things about food, travel and anything in between. She also draws on years of banking experience to write business and financial articles. At the end of the day, she likes nothing more than kicking back to a good dose of true crime stories and cooking tried and true recipes from sticky old cookbooks.
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From dim sum spot Duddell’s to La Rambla and The Optimist, these six spots in Hong Kong have switched things up in the kitchen to offer exciting new dishes alongside old favourites.
From dim sum spot Duddell’s to La Rambla and The Optimist, these six spots in Hong Kong have switched things up in the kitchen to offer exciting new dishes alongside old favourites.
With wait staff in yellow tuxedos, traditionalists might find the Chinatown clichés suffocating – but this Elgin Street hang suits a second or third date who enjoys fun, honest food
With wait staff in yellow tuxedos, traditionalists might find the Chinatown clichés suffocating – but this Elgin Street hang suits a second or third date who enjoys fun, honest food
Sweet, nutty and tender, white asparagus makes for a delightful summer dish. We take a look at the history of asparagus and how Hong Kong restaurants use white asparagus in their summer dishes.
Sweet, nutty and tender, white asparagus makes for a delightful summer dish. We take a look at the history of asparagus and how Hong Kong restaurants use white asparagus in their summer dishes.
With three concepts in an open area before you find the doors to Auntie Āyi, customers might be lucky to stumble upon this Admiralty hotspot
With three concepts in an open area before you find the doors to Auntie Āyi, customers might be lucky to stumble upon this Admiralty hotspot
As pandemic restrictions relax in the city, try these delicious new dishes – from char siu at old-school Cantonese joint Ship Kee to pork wontons at Grand Majestic Sichuan
As pandemic restrictions relax in the city, try these delicious new dishes – from char siu at old-school Cantonese joint Ship Kee to pork wontons at Grand Majestic Sichuan
Chef Saito Chow vows to instil new elements without deviating from the foundations of traditional Chinese culinary art – so what did our reviewer think?
Chef Saito Chow vows to instil new elements without deviating from the foundations of traditional Chinese culinary art – so what did our reviewer think?
Mother’s Day is nearly here, and for those who haven’t made plans yet, here are some ideas for mum-friendly packages and activities in Hong Kong.
Mother’s Day is nearly here, and for those who haven’t made plans yet, here are some ideas for mum-friendly packages and activities in Hong Kong.
From Jia Group’s modern Spanish establishment Agora in Tai Kwun to the return of Chef Rafa Gil to La Rambla, here are the best new restaurants and menus to check out this month
From Jia Group’s modern Spanish establishment Agora in Tai Kwun to the return of Chef Rafa Gil to La Rambla, here are the best new restaurants and menus to check out this month
The Japanese yen has fallen to its lowest level against the US dollar in 20 years, sparking a shift to renewable energy and offering a boon for blue-chip car and tech exporters
The Japanese yen has fallen to its lowest level against the US dollar in 20 years, sparking a shift to renewable energy and offering a boon for blue-chip car and tech exporters
The decor here reflects the titular era – a mix of wood, metal and brick, leather booths and chairs, and a curtained ‘secret’ lounge
The decor here reflects the titular era – a mix of wood, metal and brick, leather booths and chairs, and a curtained ‘secret’ lounge
Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers’ popular steakhouse exudes a strong American vibe, harking back to turn-of-the-century Chicago
Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers’ popular steakhouse exudes a strong American vibe, harking back to turn-of-the-century Chicago
Saturday brunch or a Sunday roast at this Hong Kong institution are the highlight of any culinary weekend
Saturday brunch or a Sunday roast at this Hong Kong institution are the highlight of any culinary weekend
Chef de cuisine Mario Tolentino focuses on premium meats at Rosewood Hong Kong’s American smokehouse
Chef de cuisine Mario Tolentino focuses on premium meats at Rosewood Hong Kong’s American smokehouse
Expect Modern British cuisine on the menu, plus a wide selection of meats available from the Josper grill
Expect Modern British cuisine on the menu, plus a wide selection of meats available from the Josper grill
An elegant restaurant that’s long on wood elements and with panoramic harbour views, Tirpse has a menu featuring seasonal fare and exquisite desserts
An elegant restaurant that’s long on wood elements and with panoramic harbour views, Tirpse has a menu featuring seasonal fare and exquisite desserts
Boasting one of the best wine cellars in town and an unobstructed view of the skyline, Restaurant Petrus is the gold standard for classic French fare
Boasting one of the best wine cellars in town and an unobstructed view of the skyline, Restaurant Petrus is the gold standard for classic French fare
With some of the best views in town thanks to its location, Odyssée has a menu that changes monthly, although some exquisite dishes are regular
With some of the best views in town thanks to its location, Odyssée has a menu that changes monthly, although some exquisite dishes are regular
A quaint venue with a choice of two, three or four courses at very reasonable prices, Le Bec Fin adds an Asian twist to French-style cuisine
A quaint venue with a choice of two, three or four courses at very reasonable prices, Le Bec Fin adds an Asian twist to French-style cuisine
Spread across two salons and filled with natural light, L’Envol has a seasonal menu that features French and Asian ingredients, and delicious desserts
Spread across two salons and filled with natural light, L’Envol has a seasonal menu that features French and Asian ingredients, and delicious desserts
High seats around an open kitchen, a dining area overlooking the skyline and innovative tapas-style dishes are among L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon’s charms
High seats around an open kitchen, a dining area overlooking the skyline and innovative tapas-style dishes are among L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon’s charms
Hong Kong’s first ever fine dining restaurant is an iconic spot where the private lift, blue and gold carpeting, chandeliers and live band are all part of the old school charm
Hong Kong’s first ever fine dining restaurant is an iconic spot where the private lift, blue and gold carpeting, chandeliers and live band are all part of the old school charm
The interior whisks you away to the south of France while the terrace overlooks Victoria Harbour, where guests can dine alfresco or enjoy pre-dinner drinks
The interior whisks you away to the south of France while the terrace overlooks Victoria Harbour, where guests can dine alfresco or enjoy pre-dinner drinks
Serving contemporary French cuisine with a Japanese twist, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant is named after a series of paintings by Korean artist Park Seo-bo
Serving contemporary French cuisine with a Japanese twist, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant is named after a series of paintings by Korean artist Park Seo-bo
The quintessential combination of spectacular harbour views, outstanding French dishes with a contemporary twist and impeccable service
The quintessential combination of spectacular harbour views, outstanding French dishes with a contemporary twist and impeccable service
Sat within The Fine Wine Experience, the restaurant serves fine wines at retail prices in a cosy and sophisticated space with high ceilings
Sat within The Fine Wine Experience, the restaurant serves fine wines at retail prices in a cosy and sophisticated space with high ceilings
Fusing premium ingredients from Japan with French gastronomic techniques, chef de cuisine Eric Räty has struck a winning balance of refinement and flavour
Fusing premium ingredients from Japan with French gastronomic techniques, chef de cuisine Eric Räty has struck a winning balance of refinement and flavour
Chef Richard Ekkebus has relaunched the two-Michelin-star French restaurant with a dairy- and gluten-free menu
Chef Richard Ekkebus has relaunched the two-Michelin-star French restaurant with a dairy- and gluten-free menu
Barry Quek – former chef at Beet and the man who created a near-perfect laksa at Basehall – prepares Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine with a contemporary twist
Barry Quek – former chef at Beet and the man who created a near-perfect laksa at Basehall – prepares Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine with a contemporary twist
Diners can choose between a six- or eight-course menu of refined French cuisine elevated with Chinese elements and paired with not only wines but also cocktails
Diners can choose between a six- or eight-course menu of refined French cuisine elevated with Chinese elements and paired with not only wines but also cocktails
Modelled after the original Repulse Bay Hotel venue, the restaurant serves classic and contemporary continental cuisine, as well as a famous afternoon tea
Modelled after the original Repulse Bay Hotel venue, the restaurant serves classic and contemporary continental cuisine, as well as a famous afternoon tea
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